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How the CCR motivates the rejection of the complaint regarding the reform of ANRE, ASF and ANCOM

The Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) rejected on Wednesday, with unanimous votes, the objection of unconstitutionality filed by AUR, SOS and POT regarding the Law on streamlining the activity of some autonomous administrative authorities.

Study: 16% of Romanians trust AI and 6% in influencers when choosing products or services

Only 16% of Romanians trust AI and 6% in influencers when choosing online products or services, while the majority still rely on family or friends, according to a recent study.

A7 Ploieşti-Buzău Motorway: Works on Lot 3 Reached 81%

Works on Lot 3 (Pietroasele - Buzău Municipality) of the A7 Ploieşti-Buzău Motorway have reached a physical stage of 81%, on the 13.9 kilometers of this sector.

Minus 2 degrees Celsius towards the end of the week – radical change in temperature

Romania is preparing for a radical change in temperature towards the end of this week, with minimums that will reach minus 2 degrees Celsius in depressions, where frost will also form, Elena Mateescu announces on Antena 3 CNN.

Rogobete on paracetamol side effects: I requested an informed opinion

Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete said on Tuesday that he had asked the National Medicines Agency for an opinion on paracetamol side effects, after Donald Trump advised pregnant women not to take the drug because it is "probably associated with a very high risk of autism".

Alert in schools across the Capital. An anonymous email announces the massacre of several students

There was an alert in schools and hospitals in Bucharest and several counties across the country on Monday. An anonymous email sent to the School Inspectorate of Sector 2, then to schools and hospitals nationwide, announces the massacre of several people, including students.

Nazare: There is no discussion of new tax increases to cover the budget deficit

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare rejects speculation regarding the introduction of new taxes to reduce the budget deficit.

ANAF „has caused a great deal of disappointment,” admits Minister Nazare

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare acknowledges that ANAF "has caused a great deal of disappointment over time," but rejected the proposal to dismantle the institution, instead advocating for reform by 2026.

Is there a risk of blackouts in Romania? The Energy Minister’s response

Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan says that by the end of 2025, i.e. in three and a half months, Romania should close all the coal-fired power plants currently in operation.

Manager of Caransebeș Emergency Hospital arrested for accepting bribes

The manager of Caransebeș Municipal Emergency Hospital, Singh Bhupinder, was arrested on Friday for taking a bribe of 250,000 lei from a contractor in exchange for awarding him a repair contract worth over 900,000 lei, paid for from public funds.

Călin Georgescu: My case, an exact replica of Trump’s

Călin Georgescu, who has been charged with attempting to undermine the constitutional order, claims that the indictment is "a carbon copy" of the case against former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Supporters of Călin Georgescu clashed with riot police as he left the Ilfov Police headquarters

Supporters of Călin Georgescu clashed with riot police as he left the Ilfov Police headquarters. One individual was pulled from the crowd by officers and fined for disturbing the peace.

Coalition postpones decision on extending food price cap for one week – sources

The issue of capping prices on basic foodstuffs was discussed on Monday during a meeting of the governing coalition. However, a final decision was postponed until next week, as PNL leaders requested additional time for analysis.

Romanian firefighters successfully completed their support mission in Greece

40 Romanian firefighters and nine special vehicles returned home after two weeks of supporting the Greek authorities in the fight against vegetation fires, within the framework of the European pre-positioning program.

Alex Florența: The goal of the Russian hybrid war against Romania – weakening the state from within

Prosecutor General Alex Florența warns that the hybrid war waged by Russia against Romania aims to mislead and polarize the population, create social tensions and pressure on institutions, with the ultimate goal being to weaken the state from within.

New terminal at Henri Coandă Airport: nine design offers from major international firms

The National Airports Company of Bucharest has received nine offers from engineering consortia from home and abroad for the design of the largest passenger terminal in Romania, part of a project estimated at 40 million euros.

Economy Minister Radu Miruță: Coal remains essential for energy production after 2026

Economy Minister Radu Miruță says that Romania cannot give up coal-based energy production after 2026, emphasizing that it remains an essential solution for fair prices, energy security and economic recovery, until viable alternatives emerge.

Manole: 5,000 mothers will receive financial support to reintegrate into the labor market

On Monday, Labor Minister Florin Manole presented the details of a support program for mothers who want to reintegrate into the labor market, part of the economic recovery package proposed by the Ministry of Labor.

Manole on the trade union protest: Human resources may be subject to reallocation

On Monday, Labor Minister Florin Manole reaffirmed his support for public administration trade unions and categorically rejected the idea of mass layoffs. He proposed reallocating staff to sectors in need of human resources.

Bolojan: Romania has completed two-thirds of the process of joining the OECD

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announced that Romania has completed almost two-thirds of the total of 25 assessments in the OECD committees, expressing his confidence that the country will join the organization in 2026.

Automobile manufacturers and importers criticize the Rabla 2025 program

The Automobile Manufacturers and Importers Association (APIA) expresses its deep dissatisfaction with the way the public debate for the Rabla 2025 program was managed.

BNR: Total external debt increased by 15,264 million euros since the beginning of the year

During January - July 2025, total external debt increased by 15,264 million euros, up to 220,157 million euros, according to data from the National Bank of Romania (BNR).

Ilie Bolojan, meeting with IMF delegation: when would economic growth be recorded

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan had a meeting with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation, led by Joong Shik Kang, at Victoria Palace on Friday. The discussions focused on the current economic situation, fiscal reform directions and public investment priorities.

Romania gives up on 400 fixed speed cameras: project stalled due to lack of funding

The CNAIR project to install 400 fixed speed cameras on national roads, expressways and motorways in Romania, initially scheduled to be completed this summer, is at a standstill.

Grindeanu, after inflation reached 9.9%: Let’s stop this wave that is destroying purchasing power

Social Democratic leader Sorin Grindeanu reacted to the rise in inflation in Romania, which reached a record level of 9.9%, warning of the negative effects of budget cuts and restrictive economic measures on the purchasing power of the population.

David Popovici donates his birthday to future champions

David Popovici, double world champion and Olympic swimming champion, is donating his birthday to future champions.

Three villages in Arad County have become specialized villages

Miniș, Păuliș, and Moneasa are the first villages in Arad County to be recognized by the Ministry of Economy, Digitalization, Entrepreneurship, and Tourism as specialized villages.

Nicușor Dan: Financial stability is our priority. End of 2026, the end of the tunnel

President Nicușor Dan conveyed at the AmCham CEO Business Forum 2025 that the measures to correct the budget deficit are under control, and Romania is on the established trajectory, with no reason for concern.

BNS warns: If CNAS pays all sick leave, abuses increase

Trade unions warn that eliminating the obligation of employers to pay the first 5 days of sick leave will increase the risk of abuses and will unbalance responsibilities in the labor market.

Nicușor Dan: Romania will react the same as Poland in case of a similar incident

President Nicușor Dan says that Romania has the procedures ready to react identically to Poland in case of similar incidents, assuring that the population should not be worried.

Government not discussing raising retirement age, Executive clarifies

The Government clarifies that it is not considering and is not discussing at this time the possibility of raising the standard retirement age.

One in two parents buys school supplies online. Spending has increased to 500 lei per purchase

To avoid the crowds in stores before the start of the school year, more and more Romanian parents are buying school supplies and other products online. The shopping cart exceeded 500 lei for 58% of them and even over 1,000 lei, according to a survey.

Electrica and Romgaz, partnership for 400 MW of renewable energy

Electrica and Romgaz signed, on Tuesday, a memorandum of understanding for the development of production capacities and capacities for the production and storage of energy from renewable sources with a total installed power of up to 400 MW.

DNA searches ELCEN Bucharest headquarters

Representatives of the National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA) are searching the headquarters of Electrocentrale Bucharest (ELCEN) on Monday, based on a warrant issued by the competent authorities.

Sorin Grindeanu supports progressive taxation and accuses VAT deduction abuses

The interim president of the PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, said on Monday that a social-democratic party cannot abandon a fiscal policy based on progressive taxation, while also criticizing the practices through which VAT is deducted in Romania.

Grindeanu: PSD does not accept 10% staff cuts in administration

The interim president of the PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, said on Monday that the party does not accept a 10% reduction in jobs in administrative-territorial units, specifying that PSD representatives are still part of the working group analyzing the data necessary for this measure.

Tudorel Toader, former Minister of Justice, on magistrates’ pensions: I believe it will pass the CCR

Former Justice Minister Tudorel Toader believes that the project targeting the reform of magistrates pensions will pass the Constitutional Court.

Sorin Grindeanu supports progressive taxation and accuses VAT deduction abuses

The interim president of the PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, said on Monday that a social-democratic party cannot abandon a fiscal policy based on progressive taxation, while also criticizing the practices through which VAT is deducted in Romania.

Grindeanu: PSD does not accept 10% staff cuts in administration

The interim president of the PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, said on Monday that the party does not accept a 10% reduction in jobs in administrative-territorial units, specifying that PSD representatives are still part of the working group analyzing the data necessary for this measure.

Tudorel Toader, former Minister of Justice, on magistrates’ pensions: I believe it will pass the CCR

Former Justice Minister Tudorel Toader believes that the project targeting the reform of magistrates pensions will pass the Constitutional Court.